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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
The property offers approximately 400 bright, coastal-inspired rooms and suites, all featuring private balconies or terraces to capture ocean breezes. Accommodations include premium bedding, 50-inch TVs, marble or travertine bathrooms, and many categories with fire pits, separate living areas, or partial and full ocean views.
Exceptional Dining
Around seven dining experiences span from casual to fine dining, including California coastal cuisine, poolside venues, and the members-and-guests-only Monarch Bay Beach Club directly on the sand. Guests can expect fresh seafood, steakhouse-style options, creative cocktails, and ocean-view terraces, with in-room dining available as well.
Beach Club and Activities
A private beach club on Monarch Bay offers oceanside dining, beach bar service, loungers, umbrellas, and beach games, reached via complimentary tram or shuttle from the main resort. Activities include surfing, paddleboarding, biking, beach volleyball, coastal walks, and seasonal family programs.
Meetings and Events
Event facilities include indoor ballrooms and ocean-view terraces suitable for weddings, social events, and corporate programs, supported by on-site planning and catering teams. Many venues take advantage of the bluff-top setting with Pacific Ocean backdrops for ceremonies and receptions.
Location
Located at 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, the property sits between Laguna Beach and San Clemente, convenient to Orange County attractions and about 25–30 minutes from John Wayne Airport (SNA). It offers easy access to coastal towns, harbor activities from Dana Point, and the broader Orange County arts and dining scene.









